歡 (huān) - Joyful, happy, delighted & enthusiastic
歡 · huān
Joyful, happy, delighted;
enthusiastic;
to enjoy, to be fond of;
also used in names to express happiness and positive emotions.
Joyful, happy, delightedenthusiasticto enjoy, to be fond of
Usage highlights
To like, to be fond ofTo welcomeJoyful, happyCheers, applauseHappiness, joyTo celebrate
Usage & contexts
Examples
- The children are very happy (孩子们很欢喜).
- I like watching movies (我喜欢看电影).
- They welcomed the guests warmly (他们欢迎客人).
- This is my favorite book (这是我最喜欢的书).
Collocations
- To like, to be fond of(喜欢)
- To welcome(欢迎)
- Joyful, happy(欢喜)
- Cheers, applause(欢呼)
- Happiness, joy(欢乐)
- To celebrate(欢庆)
Idioms
- Extremely joyful(欢天喜地)
- To part on good terms(不欢而散)
- To welcome the new and send off the old(欢送迎新)
- Everyone is happy(皆大欢喜)
- To be overjoyed(欢呼雀跃)
Cultural background
FAQ- 歡 represents positive emotions and is often used in celebrations and festive occasions.
- In traditional culture, it symbolizes family reunions, harmony, and auspiciousness.
- Commonly used in names to express parents' wishes for their children to have a happy and joyful life.